The transaction value is approximately $275 million. International Paper will sell approximately 114,000 acres to the Partnership for $220 million in cash and will contribute 29,000 acres, with a value of $55 million, in exchange for a 20 percent interest in the Partnership. The transaction is expected to close in mid-June. International Paper intends to use the proceeds received at closing to pay down debt.

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